Sony A450 vs Sony T90
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Sony A450 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 560g - 137 x 104 x 81mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Introduced February 2009
Sony A450 vs Sony T90 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Sony A450 vs Sony T90, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A450 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is relatively close but the A450 (APS-C) and T90 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A450 was launched 11 months later than the T90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the A450 grades vs the T90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A450 vs Sony T90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A450 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A450 over the Sony T90
A450 | T90 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Sony A450
T90 | A450 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A450 and Sony T90
A450 | T90 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Sony A450 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A450 has outer measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Sony A450 vs Sony T90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A450 vs the T90.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A450 and T90 is 65 and 96 respectively.
Sony A450 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A450 and T90.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A450 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony A450 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer A450 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Sony A450 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Number of lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Clear Photo Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Wireless/ High Speed Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 560 grams (1.23 pounds) | 148 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 137 x 104 x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 769 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1050 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-FM500H | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $1,241 | $259 |